Monster Essays - The Future of Participatory Democracy in America
The Future of Participatory Democracy in America
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” (Margaret Mead, Humanitarian)
A man, who lives penniless in Southern Idaho, has the same power in government as a rich Oil mogul in Texas, right? Unfortunately, the answer is no. The future of participatory government is even worse than its present state. Money is a powerful thing in American Democracy. Millions of dollars are needed for any useful political campaign, from some Mayoral races, to Presidential campaigns, we ....
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